CVE-2017-5048: Integer Overflow
Published Apr 25, 2017
·Updated
An integer overflow in FFmpeg in Google Chrome prior to 57.0.2987.98 for Mac, Windows, and Linux and 57.0.2987.108 for Android allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory write via a crafted video file, related to ChunkDemuxer.
Affected Software
12 affected components
Google Chrome<=57.0.2987.75
Apple macOS
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Google Chrome<=57.0.2987.100
Google Android
All of the following
Google Chrome<=57.0.2987.75
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
Google Chrome<=57.0.2987.100
Google Android
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 25, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:23 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:23 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5048?
CVE-2017-5048 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for a remote attacker to exploit it.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-5048?
To fix CVE-2017-5048, update Google Chrome to version 57.0.2987.98 or later.
3
What platforms are affected by CVE-2017-5048?
CVE-2017-5048 affects Google Chrome on Mac, Windows, and Linux operating systems.
4
Can CVE-2017-5048 lead to data compromise?
Yes, CVE-2017-5048 could allow a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory write, potentially compromising data.
5
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2017-5048?
CVE-2017-5048 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the ChunkDemuxer of FFmpeg used in Google Chrome.